Golden Valley County · stream · order 4 river · ~1 cfs typical
Cottonwood Creek
Cottonwood Creek is a stream in Golden Valley County, Montana. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Montana's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
97°
70°
22 mph
5%
Sat
Overcast
106°
66°
16 mph
1%
Sun
Overcast
102°
72°
28 mph
15%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Spring Creek1.9 mi
- Big Coulee Creek5.2 mi
- Alkali Pond5.8 mi
- Sand Creek5.5 mi
- Painted Robe Creek5.9 mi
- Broadview Pond7.0 mistocked May 4, 2026
- Fivemile Creek7.8 mi
- Gooseneck Creek7.8 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official MT regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Cottonwood Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Cottonwood Creek?+
Yes — Montana requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Cottonwood Creek?+
Cottonwood Creek is a stream in Golden Valley County, Montana. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.